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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAM
Child Development
for Early Childhood Professionals
Bachelor of Arts in Education
A flexible, fast-paced program
designed for busy adults.
ONLINE DELIVERY
Collaborate with a community of peers
using weekly online discussions, email
and internet bulletin boards.
PRACTITIONER-BASED
This program is created for practitioners
working or volunteering in the field of
early childhood education.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM THAT:
• meets in a virtual classroom one night
per week
• allows degree completion in 24 months
• provides a collaborative, cohort
learning experience
• offers courses 5-6 weeks in duration
• begins with a three-day residency
For more information about this and
other programs contact :
OFFICE OF ADMISSION
651-641-8230 | 800-333-4705
admission@csp.edu
or visit our website:
www.csp.edu
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The primary objective of this degree is to educate learners to work with young children and
families in early childhood settings. Practices of
early childhood professionals focus on teaching strategies based on child development
and learning styles; creating developmentally,
individually, and culturally appropriate practices; assessing children’s development and
learning; and developing positive relationships
with children and their families. After completion of this degree students will be able to:
HSV 401 Returning Student Seminar
(2 credits)
This seminar course covers five areas that are
critical to learner success: goal-setting, library,
writing, personal life balance, and computer
literacy. Each of the five areas are covered
briefly, and then learners choose an area to
explore with an instructor.This course models
the collaborative learning and the self-directedness of the program.
• Outline the state of the field of early
childhood education;
• Understand major developmental theories
of early childhood education;
• Define the best characteristics and processes
of developmentally appropriate practices;
• Articulate the role of families as the primary
teachers, caregivers, and models in the lives
of young children;
• Observe and assess characteristics of
development to create inclusive strategies
and environments for young children; and
• Develop a continuing framework for making
ethical decisions as an early childhood
professional.
CHD 400 Introduction to Early Childhood
Education (2 credits)
This seminar helps students grasp the breadth,
depth, and foundations of early childhood
education.
CHD 410 Growth and Development
of Children (4 credits)
This is a broad sketch of human growth and
development from pre-natal stages to elementary age. Developmental processes are studied
from a biological and developmental perspective. Personality development and the effects of
temperament on learning are discussed.
CHD 411 Social and Emotional Growth
of Children (2 credits)
This course studies the social, psychological, and
emotional growth of children from pre-natal to
elementary ages. Issues of attachment, perspective-taking, and friendship are discussed.
CHD 460 Behavior Guidance in Early
Childhood (4 credits)
In this course, students examine the concept of
mistaken behavior, and the levels of mistaken
behavior. How to promote an encouraging
classroom is discussed.The short- and longterm effects of logical and natural consequences for prosocial development are
reviewed.
Accredited by the North Central Association of
Colleges and Schools and the National Council
for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)
Established 1893
A history of academic excellence
Focused, flexible programs for busy adult learners.
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CHD 422 Human Diversity and Relations
(4 credits)
The purpose of this course is to expand our
understanding of the influences of gender,
culture, economic situation, learning styles, and
language on the socialization of children, and
then how to use this new understanding to
form the way we program for and interact
with children.
CHD 435 Developmentally Appropriate
Practices in Early Childhood Education
(4 credits)
This is a historical, present, and future perspective of developmentally appropriate practices.
Appropriate classroom practices and current
topics are discussed.
CHD 440 Children’s Play and Learning
(4 credits)
Theories of Piaget, Parton, Erickson, and
Vygotsky are studied to determine how children
learn to play and the effect that play has on the
child’s development. Historical perspectives and
effects of play on learning are reviewed.
HSV 460 Ethics (2 credits)
Classical and historical ethics are explored, as
well as the student’s personal values system.
Individuals face tough ethical decisions with
increasing frequency in our society, and a
framework for addressing those questions is
needed. Each student will develop a system for
making ethical decisions in their personal and
professional life.
CHD 430 Infants and Toddlers (4 credits)
In this course, students will study the emerging
skills and developmental characteristics of
infants and toddlers. Course topics include environments that foster development, appropriate
practices, and promoting the development
of autonomy.
CHD 445 Language Development and
Emergent Literacy (4 credits)
The research and stages of language development from birth through age seven are extensively explored. Students will understand how to
guide children through the language acquisition process.
CHD 482 Young Child with Special Needs
(4 credits)
This course is designed to introduce the student
to the information and techniques needed to
develop curricula and instruction to meet the
unique needs of individual children in early
childhood settings. Special emphasis is given to
the theories, research, and practical application
from the fields of both early childhood education and special education.
HSV 420 Family Systems (4 credits)
This course familiarizes the student with an
understanding of the history, evolution, and
demographics of the family. Kinship, family
structures, functions, and roles are explored.
Particular emphasis will be placed on the family’s relationship to other systems and institutions in society.
CHD 470 Parent Education: Methods
and Materials (4 credits)
This course explores the issues of educating
parents. Parenting is a process, and has a variety
of rights, responsibilities, and roles that change
across the life span. Needs of parents, the
resources available, and the helpful interactions
between the parent and the educator are
discussed.Variations in parenting practices
based on heritage, culture, and ethnicity are
also reviewed.
CHD 415 Biblical Christianity for
Thoughtful People (4 credits)
The Question, "What is Religious Thought?”will
be explored in the light of American culture.
Students wrestle with basic questions of life
such as "What is the meaning of Life?" World
religions are discussed from a perspective of a
Christian belief system.This course satisfies a
general education requirement.
HSV 490 Portfolio and Synthesis (2 credits)
This final course is designed to help learners
reflect on all they have done in the BA program.
Through guest speakers, research study, and
reflection on practice, students will synthesize all
they have learned. Preparation of a professional
portfolio will cap the learning experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS
For admission consideration, a student
must submit:
• Completed application and $30 application fee
• Official transcripts of all previous college work
• Two letters of professional recommendation
• Completed / signed technology agreement
• Current resumé
• One page essay stating personal, professional
and educational goals
TO APPLY
Applications are available at www.csp.edu or by
contacting the Office of Admission.
Send all application materials to:
Office of Admission
Concordia University
275 Syndicate St. North
St. Paul, MN 55104
E-mail application materials can be sent to:
admission@csp.edu.
TUITION AND FEES
This is a 56-credit program, and the tuition cost is
$375 per credit for the 2007-08 academic year.
For tuition and financial aid information, please
call 1-800-333-4705, or visit our website at:
www.csp.edu.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Students begin their online program with a
three-day residency on the campus of Concordia
University, St. Paul. During residency students
begin their first class, receive online technology
training, develop peer relationships with cohort
members, and meet core faculty members.
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
Students use their personal computer in this
program. To begin the program, students must
meet the requirements listed on the technology
agreement. To view this agreement please visit
www.csp.edu/Admission/DegreeCompletion
CHD 450 Children’s Literature (2 credits)
Using children’s books to develop literaturebased curriculum is the emphasis of this course.
There is a review of authors of children’s literature and an exploration of books for a variety
of purposes.
Course descriptions, fees and other information included in this form are subject to change. Please refer to the
Academic Catalog on our website for more information on program requirements.
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